The Accidental Tourist tells the story of Macon Leary (Hurt), a travel writer struggling to cope with the sudden death of his son and the breakdown of his marriage to Sarah (Turner).

As he retreats into his solitary life, Muriel Pritchett (Davis), an eccentric dog trainer, helps him rediscover love and a sense of purpose.

At the 61st Academy Awards, The Accidental Tourist received 4 nominations, including Best Picture, with Davis winning Best Supporting Actress.

Macon meets Muriel Pritchett, an eccentric animal hospital employee and dog trainer with a sickly son named Alexander.

Macon insists he is there strictly for business, and although he shows concern for how Alexander is doing, he keeps Muriel at arm's length.

During Macon's last night in Paris, Muriel asks to go with him, and despite an early flight, she tells him he doesn't have to reply just yet.

Mustering the strength to get to the front desk, Macon phones his publisher to inform him of his back pain.

Sarah comes to Paris with pain medication, sent by Macon's sister Rose, to care for him and complete his travel guide.

The site's critical consensus reads, "Generous with its character's foibles and virtues, The Accidental Tourist is a thoughtful drama vested with insight into the complications of relationships.